12 Louw Street, in the heart of Stellenbosch, used to be an old derelict house, with an overgrown garden and very little going for it...
That was until Matilda de Bod noticed the potential of this old house in April of 2003 and decided to renovate it into the beautiful building standing at the same address today.
Batavia Boutique Hotel is the brainchild of Fire and Glory Investments (pty) LTD - a company established by Matilda de Bod, Windred van Reenen and Joan Sonn. Perhaps "Fire and Glory" is a fitting description for what happened in the 8 months of starting and completing this purpose built Boutique Hotel.
The name "Batavia Boutique Hotel" was derived from Batavia, a Dutch Colony in South East Asia. Many of the senior officials at the Cape (established on 6 April 1652), including Jan van Riebeek, had previously served in the east. The Governer, Simon van der Stel, who established the small town of Stellenbosch in 1672, grew up in Batavia.
Batavia, as well as the Cape of Good Hope, was a place of rendezvous, a meeting place for ships and travellers, a place to gain access to fresh produce and lastly, a place of restoration.
Winner of boutique hotel category of 2005 & 2006 AA Accommodation Awards. Within walking distance of all major town attractions, it is a perfect base from which to explore the Cape Winelands and Cape Peninsula. Ample good restaurants within close vicinity.
Batavia Boutique Hotel is a luxurious 6 bedroom establishment in the heart of Stellenbosch village life. Known for its attention to details and sincere hospitality.
Experience the Batavia - reminiscent of the comfortable villas that hosted discerning travellers and lordly merchants in the bygone days of the Dutch East India Company. This boutique hotel is conveniently situated just off Dorp Street, the historic heart of Stellenbosch.
Luxury Room with two twin beds
Honeymoon Suite Queen Size bed Spa Bath Private Patio
May your stay at Batavia Boutique Hotel offer this, and so much more.
THE STORY BEHIND ST. NICHOLAS COTTAGE
During the days of trade ships sailing from Europe around South Africa to the east, St. Nicholas Point was the last point on the map you had to sail around, before entering Batavia , the famous Dutch Colony in Indonesia . Merchant ships would rendezvous at Batavia to get fresh produce, overnight and relax. St. Nicholas, the saint that St Nicholas point was named after, was the saint of seafarers and voyagers. It is our wish for you to enjoy St. Nicholas Cottage @ Batavia, while having exposure to all the services that we offer at Batavia Boutique Hotel.
TAKE A LOOK INSIDE
Adjacent to the award winning Batavia Boutique Hotel, is St. Nicholas Cottage @ Batavia, a garden apartment, with the option of being self-catering. It consists of a twin bedroom, with shower, basin & lavatory, upstairs, and a kitchenette and lounge (including a sleeper couch that sleeps two) downstairs.
Availability & Rates
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FROM CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
· Take the N2 highway in the direction of Stellenbosch/Somerset West.
· Proceed on the N2 until Exit 33, (Stellenbosch/Baden Powell Drive turn off) turn left and continue on the R310 to the t-junction.
· At the t-junction turn right, after approx 2.5km, you will reach a set of traffic lights, continue straight over, passing Distell on the right. At the next set of traffic lights at the Shell Garage, turn right into Dorp Street.
· Continue through the next set of traffic lights, and past the two mini traffic circles (small flat circle in the road). After the second circle turn right into Louw Street opposite Gun o'Clock. Continue for 30m and Batavia Boutique Hotel is on the left.
· Batavia Boutique Hotel is the second building on the left. (12 Louw street)
DIRECTIONS FROM N1
· Take Exit 47 (Stellenbosch) off the N1
· Turn right onto the R44 and continue in the direction of Stellenbosch
· Once you reach Stellenbosch, proceed over the Bird Street intersection, until you reach the Dorp Street intersection at the traffic lights on the R44.
· Turn left into Dorp Street.
· Proceed up Dorp Street, until you pass the two mini traffic circles (small, flat circle on the road).
· After the second circle (at Bukara Restaurant), turn right into Louw Street.
· Continue for 30 meters and Batavia Boutique Hotel is on the left.
